Happy birthday! Robert Downey, Jr. turns 61 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary actor turns 61 on Saturday, Apr. 4, 2026.

Robert Downey, Jr. is celebrating his 61st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Robert Downey, Jr. (Sherlock Holmes, Iron Man, Chaplin, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 61st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Downey, a cultural icon

Born Robert John Downey, Jr. in New York on April 4, 1965, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Downey's not just a great actor, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Robert hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Robert Downey, Jr. as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 61.

Happy Birthday, Robert, you're the best!

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